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On an algebra test, the highest grade was 44 points more than the lowest grade. The sum of the two grades was 140.
Find the highest grade.
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On an algebra test, the highest grade was 44 points more than the lowest grade. The sum of the two grades was 140.
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On an algebra test, the highest grade was 44 points more than the lowest grade. The sum of the two grades was 140.
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On an algebra test, the highest grade was 44 points more than the lowest grade. The sum of the two grades was 140.
Find the highest grade.
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Lowest grade: x
Highest grade: x + 44
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Equation:
x + x+44 = 140
2x = 96
x = 48 (lowest score)
x+44 = 92 (highest score)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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